Atalanta mourns Pasalic’s father, Christmas dinner cancelled | OneFootball

A serious bereavement has struck Mario Pasalic and the entire Atalanta community. Yesterday, the Croatian midfielder’s father passed away suddenly, a painful loss that has deeply shaken the Nerazzurri locker room and the entire Bergamo club environment.

Atalanta, mourning in the Orobic household: Mario Pasalic’s father has died, Christmas dinner canceled

The news spread quickly, generating a wave of sympathy and support for the player, who is a technical and human point of reference for the team.

Atalanta’s gesture: Christmas party canceled

In the face of such great sorrow, Atalanta chose to pause. As a sign of respect and solidarity with Pasalic’s grief, the club decided to cancel the traditional Christmas dinner, which was scheduled for last night.

An immediate and meaningful decision, highlighting the club’s care for its members and the human values placed above any sporting or celebratory aspect. No celebrations, but silence, respect, and closeness.

The official statement and the club’s embrace

The Nerazzurri club released an official statement in which it publicly expressed its condolences, standing close to the player and his family.

“The Percassi family, the Pagliuca family, the management, coach Raffaele Palladino and his staff, the teammates, all employees and collaborators warmly embrace Mario Pasalic for the loss of his beloved father.”

In the message, Atalanta wanted to convey “the deepest sense of closeness and the warmest affection in this moment of profound sorrow,” extending condolences to the entire Pasalic family.

A moment of shared grief

The Croatian midfielder, a pillar of Atalanta for years, is currently receiving virtual embraces from teammates, fans, and the entire football world. In moments like this, the game inevitably takes a back seat, leaving room for silence and solidarity.

Atalanta has chosen to show its support with a concrete gesture, once again confirming the attention to human values that have always distinguished the club.

The Pasalic family receives the deepest condolences.

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